Orlando investing millions in bid to bring Jaguars to Central Florida during EverBank Stadium renovations

Orlando investing millions in bid to bring Jaguars to Central Florida during EverBank Stadium renovations

Orange County commissioners on Tuesday voted 6-1 to approve investing millions of dollars to attract WWE, UFC and the Jacksonville Jaguars to Central Florida.

Orange commissioners commit $29M for bids to lure WrestleMania, Jaguars

After a little hand-wringing, Orange County commissioners pledged $29 million Tuesday to lure WrestleMania back to Orlando and persuade the NFL to let Camping World Stadium host Jacksonville Jaguar games in 2027. The pro football team needs a temporary home during its upcoming, billion-dollar stadium renovation. Though concerned about the multi-million dollar incentive fees, commissioners voted 6-1 to kick in tourist-tax money which would be pai…

Orange County commissioners approve $11M to lure Jaguars for 2027 season

The CEO of Florida Citrus Sports estimated each Jaguars home game in Orlando could net $20 million.

Orlando Approves Millions To Support Bid To Host TKO Events, Including WWE WrestleMania

Orlando is actively pursuing the opportunity to host another WWE WrestleMania, alongside other events organized by TKO Group Holdings. According to a report from the Sports Business Journal, the Orange County Commissioners have approved a significant allocation of funds to support the city’s bid. The commission voted to distribute $29.46 million in “tourist development tax […]

Huge Bid To Host Upcoming WWE Events Approved, City One Step Closer To Securing Future WrestleMania

A major city is one step closer to securing numerous WWE events, including a future WrestleMania.

Orlando Receives $18 Million Grant To Bid On WrestleMania & Other WWE/UFC Events

Orlando is officially in the running to host major WWE and UFC events—including a future WrestleMania—thanks to a significant financial commitment from local officials. According to Sports Business Journal, the Orange County Board of Commissioners has approved the allocation of $29.46 million in tourist development tax sports incentive funds to support five proposed initiatives. The largest portion of that—$18 million—is earmarked for the Greate…